mark poulson Posted February 6, 2014 Report Share Posted February 6, 2014 I want to make a modified two part Arkie head jig mold using bondo, and I'm wondering what I should use on the first half as a release agent so the second part doesn't bond to it when I put it over the first part. For soft plastic molds, I use spray PAM. Will that work with bondo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassfanpa Posted February 6, 2014 Report Share Posted February 6, 2014 I use automotive belt dressing, I seem to always have a can laying around. Works fine for me. I'm sure there are plenty of other sprays you can use as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glaucus Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 I've had great results with Aerowax. Home Depot might have something similar: http://www.tackleunderground.com/community/index.php?/topic/27381-best-material-for-making-lead-casting-mold/ When your mold is finished, give it a good scrubbing with Ajax, Comet, etc, to remove any leftover wax. Pour a few test casting as well to burn off any other residue. If the casting looks good, then all is well, BUT if the casting looks blistered, bubbled, etc or otherwise imperfect, then you will need to coat the mold cavity with a refractory coating. I use 'Rapine Mould Prep' from Dixie Gun Works. Other members here use Frankford Arsenal Drop Out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vodkaman Posted February 7, 2014 Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 I use floor tile wax, purely as I had it in the house. Worked very well. Looks similar to post No3. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted February 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 Thanks. I think I've got enough info to get started now. I never get tired of watching ING's video. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wootonc Posted February 8, 2014 Report Share Posted February 8, 2014 (edited) This is my first post been a member for a while reading the different topics and learning a lot. with the bondo mold how well does it hold up to the heat of the lead and what do you think the normal amount of pours would be. Thanks for any help Edited February 8, 2014 by wootonc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
